ABOUT ARGUS

Argus has established an enviable market leadership reputation in design, manufacture and distribution of its high quality specialist hand tools for the meat and food processing industries. In addition Argus proudly represents many world renowned brands of meat and food processing equipment, consumables and instrumentation to meet the many complex demands of its customers.

By providing and stocking an extensive, comprehensive product range Argus are able to offer customers “service excellence,” where speed, reliability, user friendliness and hygiene are of prime importance.

Our New Zealand Distribution Centre and Support Office is located in Onehunga, Auckland and we have two regional offices in Hastings and Dunedin. We also have representatives in Melbourne, Tamworth and Brisbane, our Australian Distribution Centre is located in Archerfield, Brisbane.

The Argus team promise to take personal responsibility to deliver a competitive, comprehensive range of quality products, on time every time, to the satisfaction of our customer

David Walkinshaw

General Manager

M: 027 405 4529 E: dwalkinshaw@argus.co.nz

David has over 20 years’ experience in the meat industry having started his career with PPCS after graduating from Lincoln University with a Bachelors degree in science. He has held roles with Taylor Preston Limited in Wellington and Auckland Meat Processors which include Quality Systems Management and Operational Management providing a vast depth and breadth of knowledge within the industry.

David is the General Manager of Argus New Zealand and Australia, a role which he has occupied since September 2017. Together with his team he is looking forward to partnering with customers to provide high quality New Zealand made tools and equipment solutions from around the globe to suit our customers’ needs. With its extensive range of products Argus will be able to satisfy your needs quickly and efficiently.

Ken Nicholson

– National Sales Manager New Zealand & Central Regional Sales Manager

M: 027 571 7877E: knicholson@argus.co.nz

I joined Argus in May 2002. My industry experience was gained by having 8 years working at various Meat Companies. I worked as a butcher on a lamb chain for 3 years before joining the quality assurance department and then moving on to become supervisor in the boning room. I left the industry to pursue a career as a publican but later returned to work as the load-out supervisor in the freezers. Prior to my meat industry experience I dairy farmed for 15 years – a wide and varied career.

My region is the lower North Island and spans from Gisborne (on the East Coast) to New Plymouth (on the West Coast) and then down to Wellington. I have an extensive calling schedule aimed at keeping in regular contact with my valued customer base, if you are in my region and would like me to call, please contact me. I am based in Hastings and live with my partner Suzanne. We have now finished renovating our house so I hope to be able to play more golf and participate in the odd cycle race.

Rob Alderson

Northern Regional Sales Manager

M: 027 573 2034E: ralderson@argus.co.nz

Rob brings to Argus a background in the Meat & Food Processing industries. Having been involved not only as an Owner Operator, but also working alongside leading suppliers & producers in new product development initiatives. With experience in both the retail & wholesale markets, Rob is always available to share the knowledge that he has gained across the varied market segments.

Shane Daley

Southern Regional Sales Manager

M: 027 554 8140E: sdaley@argus.co.nz

I am a Master Trade Butcher specialising in smallgoods and processed meats, having worked in the meat industry for over 40 years. I have owned and operated several successful business’ and received awards for business innovation in the industry. I have developed strong connections within the meat industry which helps with supporting our ARGUS customers.

My focus is to provide our ARGUS customers with top quality products, at competitive prices, follow up with the highest service possible…and working to help solution solve. Although I’m regularly on the road visiting my clients, I’m always available so don’t hesitate to contact me for any of your needs. Look forward to meeting or hearing from you.

Glen Bramley

I started my working life as an apprentice retail butcher in regional New Zealand and remained there for 5 years. After a 2 year stint in Europe working on a pork slaughter line as well as in the boning room, I returned to NZ where I moved into Butchery Management for Supermarkets for several years. I completed my Meat Inspection training for the Bovine, Ovine and Porcine species, spending the following 3 years doing predominantly Ovine.

My Wife and I relocated to Australia where I returned to Butchery Management for the supermarket and retail sectors. My last position prior to starting at Argus was with a Premium Butchery in Brisbanes’ inner southern suburbs.

In 2006 I was employed by Argus. Being part of the Argus family is indeed a pleasure, we have great customers and I work within a friendly team that has a wealth of knowledge and experience they are all willing to share.

Shane Sumpter

I started work life working in the Automotive industry in New Zealand as a Mechanic, followed by a shift into Auto Electrical with focus on car audio and security where I specialised in custom installations in my own business. In the late 90’s I retrained as an Electrical Service Technician and moved to flexible packaging, where I ran a busy service department with a team of technicians. I moved to Melbourne in 2008 and worked as a Service Technician with processing machinery in the Food Industry, mostly in further processing. In 2012 I changed to a sales role working on solutions for our customer base with a focus on Abattoirs and Boning rooms.

After a small break within the industry I joined Argus in 2017 as Technical Sales Manager. My role is varied and exciting with focus on overseeing our range of specialist handtools and processing equipment, ensuring we are delivering the most cost effective option to our customers. Customer support is very important at Argus and I am proud to be part of the Argus family.